Travel CST/ORT: Ambulatory OR Tech with High Pay & Perks

Newsandtribune; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for an ambulatory surgery center position requiring BLS and NBSTSA certification. Responsibilities include preparing sterile fields, instrument setup, assisting surgeons, and maintaining universal protocol throughout procedures.

The role covers gynecology, plastics, podiatry, orthopedics, general surgery, ophthalmology, urology, and ENT with a 4x10 hour day shift. Local candidates at local rate; travel rate applies beyond 50 miles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
• BLS certification required.
• NBSTSA certification preferred.
• CST certification preferred.
• License required if applicable.
• Experience with aseptic technique, instrument processing, sterilization/disinfection, and universal protocol (time out).
• Familiarity with electrosurgical units, fiber optic equipment, drills, and crash cart supplies.
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, laser safety, radiation safety, and sharps safety.

Responsibilities

• Ambulatory surgery center setting supporting general OR and multiple surgical specialties.
• Specialties include gynecology, plastics, podiatry, orthopedics, general surgery, ophthalmology, urology, and ENT.
• Day shift schedule, 4x10 hour shifts from 6:55 AM to 5:25 PM.
• Prepare sterile fields for surgical operations including instrument setup and patient draping.
• Assist surgeons with gowning and gloving prior to procedures.
• Support the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies and anticipating surgeon needs during procedures.
• Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
• Adhere to all applicable regulations, codes, and policies to ensure patient safety and privacy.
• May perform specific specialty procedures and assist in orienting new staff.
• Accepts local candidates at the local rate; travel rate for out-of-area candidates.

Skills

BLS

NBSTSA certification

CST certification

Aseptic technique

Instrument processing

Sterilization

Universal protocol

Gowning and gloving

Safety protocols

Tools

Electrosurgical units

Fiber optic equipment

Drills

Crash cart

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for an ambulatory surgery center position requiring BLS and NBSTSA certification. Responsibilities include preparing sterile fields, instrument setup, assisting surgeons, and maintaining universal protocol throughout procedures.

The role covers gynecology, plastics, podiatry, orthopedics, general surgery, ophthalmology, urology, and ENT with a 4x10 hour day shift. Local candidates at local rate; travel rate applies beyond 50 miles.